The BMI Group has featured different technologies that help in attaining “cool roofs” to reflect solar radiations that prevent the roof from heating up or raising the temperature in the interiors of the buildings. According… BMI Group’s “Cool Roofs” that Reduces Indoor Temperature
In 1987, the UN-commissioned The Brundtland Report ‘Our Common Future’ described sustainable development as ‘development that meets the requirements of this without compromising the power of future generations to satisfy their own needs’. More than three decades later, this definition continues to be quite relevant… Green Buildings
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead Sustainability has been considered as an integral part of… Different Ways to Live More Sustainably
A city or a place is remembered by its culture, food scene, activities but architecture is what truly defines a city. The urban planning, buildings, public spaces, breakthrough areas are what allows the people to… 10 Cities Every Architect Must Visit
Sustainability is meeting the needs of today in such a way that it saved for the future generations to come, it is the ability of our society to coexist in the same biosphere. The concept… Sustainable Development
Dharavi, one of the largest slums around the world with a rapidly increasing population day by day! Navi Mumbai, one of the most well-planned and organized cities in India. These two locations are stark opposites.… Smart Cities- The Future of Urban Development
The concept of Eco-city revolves around the idea of building more environmentally sustainable urban fabrics that work hand-in-hand with the technology to reduce the energy needs and carbon footprint. Looking at the current rate of… Building Eco-cities!
Vernacular architecture, by the term, means, constructing structures with the use of local materials and knowledge. Capitalizing on local knowledge and traditions with the advantage of using local resources makes it energy efficient and sustainable.… Vernacular Architecture: An Environmental Asset